Twitter reacts to Kenny McDowall departure and Stuart McCall arrival

Rangers fans have been reacting to the departure of Kenny McDowall and the arrival of Stuart McCall as their new manager this afternoon.

Although his time in charge didn’t bring about the best results, McDowall was working in extremely difficult circumstances while the club went through different periods of transition.

McDowall has been at the club since 2007, working as a first team coach under Walter Smith and then as assistant manager to Ally McCoist. During that time he played his part in league titles from the top-flight and lower leagues as well as the Scottish Cup and League Cup triumphs along with UEFA Cup run which saw Rangers reach the final in 2008.

In a statement on the Rangers club website, McDowall expressed his gratitude for his time at Rangers and wished the new management all the best as they aim for a third successive promotion back to the Scottish Premiership.

“It was an honour and privilege to work for Rangers Football Club and I will leave with so many positive memories,” said McDowall.

“I have worked with so many talented people since I joined and I will forever be in Walter Smith’s debt for bringing me to Rangers.

“Working with Walter, Ally McCoist, Ian Durrant, Jim Stewart and all the backroom staff plus the staff at Ibrox and Murray Park was a pleasure and I wish the Club well for the future.

“I was delighted to play a part in the Club’s history and I wish the supporters and new management team all the very best.”

The pair have already gained a reaction from Rangers fans on Twitter who are keen to express their gratitude to McDowall for working at the club during the bad times and to the incoming McCall, who they will hope can turn their side around and guide them back to the Scottish Premiership at the first time of asking.

@RangersFC cheers for your time Kenny. Always be remembered that you stayed through the bad times.

Blair Ferguson

Blair Ferguson is a freelance writer with a particular interest in Scottish football and the Championship, although he doesn't find the Premier League too bad either. Blair continues to report on the Football League and FA WSL whilst writing for other media outlets.